DYNAMIC SOLUTIONS Make your move Stable enough for Mike. Dynamic enough for Nuria.
ÖSSUR DYNAMIC SOLUTIONS Reassuring stability for Mike empowering dynamics for Nuria Not everyone s priorities are the same. Feeling confident, however, and being able to enjoy life in whatever way we choose, is high on the agenda for most of us. Which is why so many prosthetic users love their RHEO KNEE. It delivers the stability that s vital for some people s needs and situations, while at the same time empowering individuals with the freedom to take part in all kinds of work and leisure pursuits. FEEL CONFIDENT Take Mike, for example, a man who has fallen in love with life all over again. He has lived with limb loss for 25 years, previously with the help of a mechanical knee. Now he has changed over to Rheo Knee in combination with a Pro-Flex foot, and become a lot more active as a result. From taking a train ride alone, which he never dared before as he was afraid of moving in crowded and tight spaces, to working on his garden and favourite interests such as woodwork. Mike now feels safer and more confident. I ve always tried to do whatever I wanted, but it wasn t easy. Now I don t have to think twice. This feeling of control is the best I ve ever had. Mike can lock the knee if and when he wants added stability. For him, it s all about safety and comfort. Just bending down, standing up everything feels easier with my Rheo Knee. I m not as tired as I once was and I don t get back aches like I used to. "The difference is phenomenal I haven t fallen once since I got this knee." Pleased with the fact that the knee is weatherproof, Mike appreciates the stability and feeling of control that Rheo Knee has granted him: "Sometimes my old hydraulic knee used to flick forward before I was ready for it, but Rheo Knee has really good control. It extends very naturally and at just the right moment, even in a crowded space.
ENJOY LIFE Nuria is younger and more active than Mike, and has had a long-standing relationship with Rheo Knee. The technology and functionality of the knee has continued to evolve over the last decade, likewise Nuria s confidence and quality of life. With a lifestyle that s as busy and vibrant as the city she lives in, Nuria is on the go for much of the day. After leaving her apartment, Nuria does not let stairs, ramps nor the fear of riding on public transport stop her. After a busy work day she enjoys maybe an hour of yoga before meeting friends and relaxing over dinner it s the freedom just to be herself that she values most. Whether she is working, walking, or in the process of sitting down, Nuria says her focus is usually on her next meeting, as opposed to her next move. My Rheo Knee acts so naturally and keeps me safe. I know I can trust it to work beautifully with my Pro-Flex foot, letting me get on with life the way I like it. "I check my knee and check my make-up. Then my day begins, and I don t have to give my prosthesis a second thought."
MIKE S LEG Mike uses his Rheo Knee in combination with Pro-Flex and a Seal-In liner. This dynamic foot provides Mike with the stability and natural movement he wants. The extra ankle power offered by his ProFlex helps him to feel less tired when he is out and about. NURIA S LEG These days, Nuria uses a Pro-Flex LP Torsion and a Seal-In liner with her Rheo Knee. Pro-Flex LP is one of the most dynamic low profile feet on the market, so it supports her active lifestyle beautifully. The Torsion module gives an added boost to its functionality, helping to absorb the shock forces that can be generated by higher-impact activities and supporting any twisting or turning movements. For Nuria, this translates into less back and hip pain, and the feeling of being able to do whatever her busy routine requires her to. ÖSSUR DYNAMIC SOLUTIONS Designed to empower active people who want to move confidently and effortlessly between different activities. Helping people to get the best out of their Rheo Knee, Össur has designed a complete leg around it. By coupling it with a foot from the Pro-Flex family, and adding the latest in Seal-in liner technology, users can achieve exceptionally natural and comfortable gait (walking) on different surfaces, steps and slopes. Minimising movement in the socket ensures greater control over the prosthesis, and the safety and stability offered by the leg as a whole can really boost confidence. For more information about Össur Dynamic Solutions, visit www.ossur.com.au.
GOOD TO KNOW! RHEO KNEE ADVANCES PRACTICE AT YOUR OWN PACE Össur Logic App helps you practice your moves and train when you like, providing immediate feedback on how you re improving. YOU RE IN CONTROL Automatic stumble recovery and added stability, even with small and backward steps, plus more support when going down steps or stairs. SMART TECHNOLOGY Robust on the outside, clever on the inside instantly and automatically adapts to the way you walk, your speed and your environment. MAKE YOUR MOVE Step forward, and the knee extends quickly and naturally, with the option to hold it still when stepping over things, or even lock it manually when preferred. TAKE A STAND Effortless movement, even in crowds and confined spaces, plus easier than before to stand up, and safer to sit down. WHATEVER THE WEATHER Suitable for use in wet and / or humid environments*, so the weather doesn t have to rule your life. In a recent controlled clinical trial, the new Rheo Knee significantly outperformed previous models and mainstream competitive products in a series of standardised outcome measures. When compared to microprocessor controlled hydraulic knees and / or the previous version of Rheo Knee, results showed that users walked farther and faster, with less perceived exertion**. * Do not submerse, or expose to chlorinated or salt water ** Lechler K, Sigurjónsson, B., Ikelaar L, Lindgren K, Langlois D, Mobility and perceived functional changes with unilateral transfemoral amputees using a new microprocessor-controlled knee,aopa Congress, Boston, MA, US 8th to 11th of September 2016.
ÖSSUR LOGIC APP Rheo Knee comes with a free, easy-to-use ios app. It lets you do useful things like checking the battery level and your step count, but best of all it offers a specially designed training programme to build trust and help you get the best out of your knee. Use it in an environment and at times that suit you. Designed to improve your confidence and gait (walking movement). Enhance your symmetry, especially in terms of weight-bearing, sitting down and stair descent. Understand how to roll over the prosthetic toe more comfortably and efficiently as you move forward. AT YOUR OWN PACE I like using the Össur Logic app to exercise when I m at home. Sometimes I put it in my pocket and go downstairs. Then it will tell me if I ve been loading the knee correctly and I can work on improving the way I move on stairs. It s really helpful. - MIKE OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE I check the app first thing in the morning, then I m ready to go. It helps me to track how I m doing and get the best out of my leg. - NURIA
INTRODUCING THE PRO-FLEX FAMILY Choose a foot from the Pro-Flex family to help you get the best out of your Rheo Knee. The advantage of Pro-Flex family, with their distinctive triple-blade design, is that they help to reduce the load (pressure) that s put on the body s sound side as you move Pro-Flex Pro-Flex XC Tosion around. From the minute your heel strikes the ground, the foot rolls over in a very smooth and energy-efficient way. Pro-Flex offers superb ankle power to help you move forward, and a wide range of ankle motion for safer, more natural movement. Pro-Flex XC Pro-Flex LP Tosion Pro-Flex LP Comfortable, stable and dynamic, they come with a great foot-cover too. Ask your prosthetist about which Pro-Flex foot could suit your needs. ICEROSS SEAL-IN FOR UNRIVALLED SUSPENSION I ceross Seal-In liners are renowned worldwide for providing the ultimate in reliable, comfortable suspension. The latest Seal-In liner is the no-fuss solution that literally seals itself into the socket. Made with the gentlest of silicone blends, the liner is incredibly soft to the touch and contains Aloe Vera and moisturizers to protect the skin. Easy-glide technology eliminates the need for sprays or lubricants, making it really simple to get in and out of the socket. The new, movable seal ensures that it is easier than ever to put the liner on, before positioning the seal at the best possible level for each individual. 1. Roll the liner on. 2. Position the seal for optimal socket fit. 3. Enjoy reliable, secure suspension. And if limb volume (shape) f luctuates during the day 4. Adjust the seal as desired to relieve any pressure and maintain the fit.
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